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John Williams: Film Scores 'Just a Job,' Concert Ahead

8/24/2025

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John Williams, a celebrated film composer, considers film music less valuable than classical music.
Despite winning five Oscars and composing over 100 scores, he views his work as a job.
Williams expresses self-criticism regarding the artistic merit of his film scores.
A concert, "John Williams Reimagined," will feature new arrangements of his scores in London on October 27.

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Story summary

John Williams, a celebrated film composer, considers film music less valuable than classical music.
Despite winning five Oscars and composing over 100 scores, he views his work as a job.
Williams expresses self-criticism regarding the artistic merit of his film scores.
A concert, "John Williams Reimagined," will feature new arrangements of his scores in London on October 27.